{"id":46577,"date":"2025-11-21T14:49:01","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T14:49:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.meininger-hotels.com\/blog\/?p=46577"},"modified":"2025-11-21T14:49:02","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T14:49:02","slug":"your-family-trip-to-paris","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.meininger-hotels.com\/blog\/en\/your-family-trip-to-paris\/","title":{"rendered":"Your family trip to Paris"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sure, Paris<\/a><\/strong> is romantic, but\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0also built for kids who need space to run and parents who need a good croissant.\u00a0\ud83d\ude09\u00a0Paris with kids\u00a0doesn\u2019t\u00a0need to be stressful. Keep plans short, add snack breaks, and pick places where kids can move.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a simple, family-friendly guide we put together for you<\/sub><\/p>\ud83c\udff0 \ud83e\uddfa \ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67\u200d\ud83d\udc66<\/sub><\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Big sights with low effort<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Notre-Dame<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Walk by the cathedral, grab your photos, then cross the little bridge behind it to \u00cele Saint-Louis\u00a0and grab ice-cream from\u00a0Berthillon<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0there.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eiffel Tower<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can climb it, of course, and enjoy the magnificent views, but if you\u2019re traveling with very young kins, maybe you want to lay out a blanket on the lawn beside the tower instead. Kids can run around while you sit and breathe. When the lights come on, you can get your family shot and call it a night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seine boat time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sit on a boat\u00a0with your family\u00a0and let the city roll by.\u00a0You\u2019ll\u00a0see the big sights without walking miles. If you want flexibility, the\u00a0Batobus<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0stops at major spots and does a full loop in about 1 hour 45 minutes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Family walking on dock after boat trip on the Seine in Paris<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf33 Parks that save your day<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Luxembourg Gardens<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a fenced playground, a carousel, a puppet show, pony rides on some days, and little wooden sailboats you push across the pond. And if you\u2019re in the mood for shopping for kids\u2019 clothes, Rue Vavin nearby has the Petit Bateau and Jacadi stores. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jardin des Tuileries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Between the Louvre and the Orangerie, this garden gives kids space to burn energy. There\u2019s a fenced playground, a carousel, and trampolines for a small fee. It pairs perfectly with a short museum stop! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place des Vosges<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Easy picnic spot. Grass for rolling, arcades for shade, and a calm vibe when everyone needs a reset. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\uddbc\ufe0f Art without meltdowns<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mus\u00e9e de l\u2019Orangerie<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s small and quick\u00a0to see.\u00a0Check out\u00a0Monet\u2019s water lilies<\/a><\/strong>, peek at a few favorites like C\u00e9zanne and Matisse, then head right back outside to the Tuileries for play time. In and out before anyone gets cranky.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smart museum timing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Book tickets ahead, check closure days (the Louvre is closed on Tuesdays), and try the Louvre\u2019s late evenings on Wednesday or Friday for fewer crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Centre Pompidou<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s so much colorful art inside. And outside, there\u2019s a big pedestrian area with street performers and room for strollers.  <\/p>\n\n\n

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Colorful art, cool vibes, hanging out at the Stravinsky Fountain in Paris outside Centre Pompidou <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfa1 Big play days<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Jardin d\u2019Acclimatation<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Think rides that don\u2019t terrify small kids, a little train, climbing areas, trampolines, splash zones in warm weather, and a small animal area. It\u2019s simple, it\u2019s fun, and you\u2019ll leave with happy, tired children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disneyland Paris & Parc Ast\u00e9rix<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Both are doable as day trips. If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0Disney<\/a><\/strong> fans, note\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0adding a Frozen land and a Lion King area in 2026, so there\u2019s new stuff coming.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Create together<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Family macaron class<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Hands-on, sweet, and zero arguments about dessert because…\u00a0you made it! Details and booking: French Macaron Class<\/strong><\/a> \ud83c\udf6c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perfume workshop at Candora<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Kids around 6 and up can mix a simple scent with you. Calm, creative, and a great souvenir you\u2019ll actually use. Details and booking: Candora Atelier de Parfums<\/strong><\/a> \ud83e\uddf4<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcd6 Children\u2019s bookstore<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stop by Librairie Chantelivre in Saint-Germain. It\u2019s cozy, quiet, and perfect when everyone needs a chill moment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\ude86 Day trips that are worth it<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Versailles with the Queen\u2019s Hamlet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most kids like the hamlet more than the palace. There are cottages and farm animals, and it feels like a little village. The grounds are huge, so consider the mini-train, bikes, or a golf cart. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monet\u2019s Garden in Giverny<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Plan about 1 to 1.5 hours from Paris. The ponds and bridges look just like the paintings, which is the fun of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83e\uddfa When it\u2019s sunny, time for picnics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tuileries<\/a><\/strong>, Champ de Mars, and Place des Vosges are\u00a0great\u00a0picks\u00a0for you and your family. Grab\u00a0some\u00a0bread, cheese, fruit, and a treat from a nearby\u00a0market and\u00a0enjoy the greenery.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Laid-back picnic vibes in Paris: snacks, sunshine, and the Eiffel Tower!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcb6 Visit Paris without going broke<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Free \/ cheaper culture<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many museums are free on the first Sunday of the month, and kids under 18 often get in for free. Always double-check the museum site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Passes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Go City Paris Pass can be worth it if you\u2019re hitting several paid sights and want to skip lines. Do a quick price check since kid tickets are often discounted or free already. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Transit options for families<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Get a Navigo Easy card and load what you need. Kids under 4 ride free, and older kids often get reduced fares. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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